AVMF and VPRF have selected two veterinary researchers as the recipients of the organizations’ pharmacology research grants

With unprecedented damage and more than 75 fires continuing to devastate Australia's ecosystem, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and VCA Charities have joined forces on a second phase of fundraising to support those impacted by the bushfires ravaging the country.

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) is pleased to announce that it has received more than $50,000 in donations to support wildfire and animal relief efforts in Australia. These funds bring the total donation to date to more than $125,000, which includes AVMF's match of $50,000 and the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) contribution of $25,000.

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Board of Directors today approved a $25,000 donation to aid Australian veterinarians who are helping animals impacted by the bushfires ravaging their country. In addition, the AVMA is encouraging its 95,000 members and the general public to consider contributing to relief efforts by donating to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF), which will match donations up to $50,000. 

The AVMF Board of Directors approved a $10,000 donation to GreaterGood.org, a national nonprofit benefitting people, pets and the planet, is working with partners on the ground to deliver emergency supplies, transport and medical care to animals and humans in the Bahamas affected by Dorian.